Actors Park Gyu-young, Jo Yu-ri, Kang Ae-sim, Lee David, Lee Jin-wook, Choi Seung-hyun (T.O.P, formerly of BIGBANG), Roh Jae-won, and Won Ji-an have joined the cast of "Squid Game 2".

Streaming service Netflix announced the additional lineup on the 29th and released photos from the script reading. The cast gathered for the first time at the script reading held on the 23rd. The event was attended by director Hwang Dong-hyuk, key production staff, and the cast, marking the beginning of the journey for the second season.

Park Gyu-young, a new addition to the cast, made a strong impression with her unique character and solid acting skills in the Netflix series "Sweet Home," and will reunite with Netflix in "Celebrity," which is set to be released on the 30th. Jo Yu-ri, who has expanded her career from a member of the group IZ*ONE to a solo singer and now an actress, and Kang Ae-sim, who has showcased a wide spectrum of talent across TV, film, theater, and musicals, including the Netflix series "Move to Heaven" and the drama "Be Melodramatic," have also been confirmed for season 2.

Lee David, recognized for his solid acting skills, will continue his connection with director Hwang Dong-hyuk and Lee Jung-jae, whom he worked with on the films "The Fortress" and "Svaha: The Sixth Finger," respectively, in "Squid Game" season 2. Lee Jin-wook, beloved by fans worldwide for the "Voice" series and the Netflix series "Sweet Home," also announced his participation, signaling a reunion with director Hwang Dong-hyuk since "Miss Granny." Choi Seung-hyun, who left a strong impression in films like "Tazza: The Hidden Card" and "Commitment," and Roh Jae-won, who gave a great performance in films like "Missing Yoon" and "Ditto," will also join. The news of Won Ji-an's appearance, who left a deep impression with her stable acting in the Netflix series "D.P." and is currently active in her first lead role in "Heartbeat," is also drawing attention.

"Squid Game" season 2, which has now revealed its main casting lineup, is scheduled to begin filming in the second half of the year.

Hwang So-young, Enter News Team Reporter hwang.soyoung@jtbc.co.kr (Content Business Headquarters)

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